2000 Caterham 7 vs. 1978 Peugeot 305
To start off, 2000 Caterham 7 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Peugeot 305. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Peugeot 305 would be higher. At 1,548 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Peugeot 305 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 7 (170 HP @ 10750 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1978 Peugeot 305. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1978 Peugeot 305. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Peugeot 305 weights approximately 535 kg more than 2000 Caterham 7.
Because 2000 Caterham 7 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Caterham 7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Peugeot 305, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1978 Peugeot 305 (132 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 7. (125 Nm @ 8250 RPM). This means 1978 Peugeot 305 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 7 | 1978 Peugeot 305 | |
| Make | Caterham | Peugeot |
| Model | 7 | 305 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1137 cc | 1548 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 10750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 8250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 440 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2750 mm |
